Easy Peppermint Bark Recipe

Learn how to make this easy Peppermint Bark … it’s the ultimate holiday treat! Make this white chocolate bark for a gift or keep it all for yourself, plus check out my a foodie gift guide!

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Have you ever tried Peppermint Bark?

It is SO GOOD. You might even call it addictive.

It also makes an awesome gift, because it is very simple to make. And of course, everyone loves it!

My easy Peppermint Bark recipe is the only one you’ll need. It only requires two delicious ingredients and takes minutes to prepare. Make a batch for everyone on your list!

Easy Peppermint Bark Recipe

Y’all have to try this amazing white Chocolate Peppermint Bark!

This yummy recipe is one of my favorite holiday treats. It tastes delicious, but the best part is that it’s sooo simple to make … practically no effort required.

You’ll make this tasty Christmas recipe with two simple ingredients: white chocolate and peppermint candy. And it’s ready in minutes.

So make a few batches to give to friends and keep some for yourself, too. And if you’re looking for more foodie gifts, make sure to check out my guide after the recipe!

How to Make White Chocolate Peppermint Bark

This easy Peppermint Bark take minutes to make with two simple ingredients: candy canes and white chocolate. And the basic steps are so easy:

Crush the peppermint candy.

Melt the white chocolate.

Spread the melted chocolate on a foil lined pan.

Sprinkle with candy.

Chill until firm, then break into pieces.

With such an easy recipe, you’ll want to use the best quality chocolate you can find, of course. I used Ghirardelli white chocolate chips for my bark, but if you can find white chocolate in a block, that will work, too.

Here’s a funny story …

Before I moved to New York, I assumed I’d have access to any ingredient my heart desired. That’s what you’d think, right?

For the most part I do, but grocery shopping is a major pain here. Store are small, and you might have to go to a few before you find a special ingredient.

I had originally wanted to use a block of chocolate for this recipe, but there was none to be found … anywhere! So I settled for the chips, and to be honest, they were much easier to use than a block would have been. No time wasted chopping chocolate equals more time eating this delicious and simple peppermint bark!

If you do buy chips, buy the more expensive brand. Even if you do, you’ll still have a gift that costs under $10 to make … and I’m quoting NYC prices here, so it will probably run you less than $5 elsewhere!

Make sure to make a batch of this easy recipe for Peppermint Bark for yourself, too, or you won’t be able to give it away!

Don’t stop reading after the recipe … I’m also sharing packing tips, plus a free printable label that is so cute. And for those people you won’t be baking for, I’ve also got an awesome foodie gift guide.

Place candy canes in a plastic zip top bag and crush with a rolling pine. Don't pulverize the candy canes; there should be some chunks.

Add white chocolate to a medium bowl and place in microwave.

Microwave chocolate for 35 seconds; stir well. Cook chocolate for another 15 seconds and stir until smooth. If more cooking time is needed, microwave chocolate for 10 seconds, then stir very well. Repeat as needed.

Spread melted chocolate over foil, about 1/4-inch thick.

Sprinkle crushed candy canes evenly over chocolate.

Gently press candy canes into chocolate.

Place baking sheet in freezer for about 10 minutes, or until chocolate is completely solid.

Cut peppermint bark into pieces using a chef's knife.

Eat immediately or store peppermint bark in refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Recipe Video

How to Package Peppermint Bark

I packaged my homemade Peppermint Bark in a simple white box wrapped with twine and topped with a candy cane. Add a little tissue paper to keep the candy from moving around, too.

I’m also sharing a free printable for these adorable Wishing You a Sweet Holiday gift tag! You can download it below.

Candy Cane Gift Tag

To get the free printable gift tag, just click the image below (anywhere except the “Pin Me!” button). Print on card stock for best results.

There’s also a blank tag, if you’d like to add your own message.

Foodie Gift Guide

Of course, we can’t make a gift for everyone on our lists, so today’s foodie gift guide is for people who love to cook or want to learn!

When shopping for gifts, I like to give something unique that the recipient will love, but might not buy for him or herself. I love cooking, so I had a ton of fun putting together this foodie gift guide! There is something for every food lover on your list!

Bitterman’s Lemon Flake Salt – I love trying unique salts, and this one would be delicious sprinkled over a favorite veggie. It’s also available in Black Truffle, Pinot Noir, and Halen Mon Gold Smoked Sea Salt flavors.

Picnic Time Recipe Stand – this gorgeous acacia wood stand can be used to display cookbooks or tablets in the kitchen. The stand can be used in portrait or landscape positions, and the tempered glass protects treasured recipes.

Plum Deluxe Tea – I’m in love with these artisan teas made from the freshest organic ingredients! Plum Deluxe graciously sent me two varieties to try: Portland Rose City Chai (blackberry and rose) and Sunshine in a Cup (Calendula Hibiscus). Both were amazing, and I can’t wait to try more! Gift an individual blend or a Tea of the Month Club membership. Pair the tea with a beautiful Bodum ‘Chambord Classic’ Tea Pot for the perfect gift!

Craftsy Cooking Class – don’t know much about the present recipient? Gift them a cooking class from Craftsy! Classes run the gamut from artisan bread making to Mexican street food, so there’s something for everyone.

Wood Tasting Boards – these beautiful boards are made showing off a sumptuous display of food, so they’d be a lovely gift for anyone who likes entertaining. (Note: the exact boards pictured are no longer available, but I’ve linked to something similiar.)

Shun Classic Hollow-Edge Santoku – any foodie would adore this fancy and highly rated knife! It’s sharp, durable and corrosion resistant, as well as beautiful to behold. Plus, they’ll get free sharpening for as long as they own it.

White Marble Pastry Board – if you have a baker on your list, get them this beautiful board. Marble is a naturally cool surface that will keep your favorite baker’s dough from overheating while they roll it out.

Nopi: The Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi – any cookbook from Ottolenghi is sure to be amazing! His newest book will take your fave foodie on a journey from the Middle East to the Far East filled with big, bold flavors and surprising twists along the way.